October 2–4, 2026
Three days of festival programming in downtown Nelsonville.
Official 2026 Event Page
Nelsonville
Bigfoot Festival
October 2–4, 2026
Historic Nelsonville Public Square · Nelsonville, Ohio
A free, family-friendly festival bringing Bigfoot and cryptid presentations, live music, food, vendors, children's activities, Appalachian culture, and festival-weekend attractions to downtown Nelsonville.
Free Admission
Family Friendly
Live Music
Bigfoot Presentations
Historic Nelsonville Public Square
Public Square, Nelsonville, Ohio 45764.
Free Family Festival
Festival admission is free. Some separately operated attractions, including the Bigfoot Spotting Express, require their own tickets.
Festival Weekend Highlights
The Nelsonville Bigfoot Festival combines Bigfoot education with a downtown community festival built around Nelsonville's Appalachian character and Historic Public Square.
Bigfoot & Cryptid Presentations
Speakers and researchers discussing Bigfoot, field research, reports, encounters, and cryptid folklore.
Live Music & Entertainment
A three-day lineup of live performances and festival entertainment on the Historic Public Square.
Food & Vendors
Food trucks, food vendors, makers, artists, organizations, and specialty vendors throughout festival weekend.
Free Children's Inflatables
Family activities include free children's inflatables and rides during the festival.
Festival Schedule
See the current speaker, music, entertainment, and special-attraction schedule on the official festival homepage.
View Festival ScheduleBigfoot Spotting Express
Hocking Valley Scenic Railway operates separate Friday and Saturday evening Bigfoot Spotting Express departures during festival weekend.
Train Information & TicketsOrganized by Bigfoot Educational Group Nelsonville. Festival information may be updated as final event logistics are confirmed.